9 Getting-Ready Foods That Won't Make a Mess

By Laura Delarato
November 11, 2015

Stay full without staining your wedding dress.

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You need to eat something on the day of your wedding—unless you want to walk around hungry. Alas! Your wedding dress! That gown isn't coming off for any reason once it's on. But before you dip that chip in some salsa that's bound to drip on your dress, reach for one of these gown-safe snacks instead. (Your mom or your future mother-in-law would probably be thrilled to whip these up the night before your big day!)

Edamame with Chile Salt

No utensils needed, no napkin needed, no seat needed? You could literally be getting strapped into your dress while chowing down. 

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Mushroom-Polenta Diamonds

Light and savory. These won't cause any dress-mess! And you'll look so elegant eating them!

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Spiced Walnuts

These are easy to munch on when you're going from hair-to-makeup-to-gown. 

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Buffalo-Style Celery Sticks

This low-calorie snack will give you the crunch and creaminess you need to not freak out at your mother-in-law—who decided today was the day for her to have opinions about the color-scheme. 

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Salami-Ricotta Crostini

This is rich and flavorful and ... can we have another?

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Peanut-Butter Apple Muffin

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This healthy snack will help curb your cravings for awhile—it's going to be a while before finger food at the reception! 

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Cantaloupe and Mozzarella with Prosciutto and Basil

Get everything you need out of this meal! Savory, bold, rich—hopefully it's a snack that foreshadows your actual marriage. 

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Goat Cheese, Cucumber, and Dill Tea Crackers

John Kernick

Don't be afraid of a little crunch! These tea crackers will keep their shape—just like those undergarments! 

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Antipasto Skewers

Any food you can eat with a skewer today will be in your favor—olives, bocconcino, prosciutto all on one stick. We bet the groom and groomsmen will be jealous when they hear about this.

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